Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Chorley; On-site; GBP 19,630 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay rate £14.25–£16.00 per h

Experience in Chorley primary school

Supportive working environment

Sept–Dec 2026 duration

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Chorley is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant for the Autumn Term 2026. You will work in a mainstream primary school, supporting learning, confidence and development while contributing to an engaging classroom environment.

With responsibilities across daily activities, one-to-one and small-group support, you will help create a nurturing, inclusive setting and foster pupil progress throughout September to December 2026.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children.
• Teaching Assistant experience is desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Genuine passion for education and child development.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning activities throughout the school day.
• Deliver one-to-one and small-group support sessions.
• Assist with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
• Promote pupil engagement and positive behaviour.
• Support children with a range of learning needs.
• Help foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Organisation

Positive attitude

Passion for education

Job description

Location & Details

Location: Chorley
Contract Length: Autumn Term (September 2026 – December 2026)
Pay Rate: £14.25 - £16.00 per hour
Setting: Mainstream Primary School

Role Overview

Are you looking for a Teaching Assistant role where you can make a real difference every day? We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a mainstream primary school in Chorley for the Autumn Term 2026.

Working alongside experienced teachers, you will support pupils' learning, confidence, and development while helping create an engaging and positive classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning activities throughout the school day.
• Deliver one-to-one and small-group support sessions.
• Assist with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
• Promote pupil engagement and positive behaviour.
• Support children with a range of learning needs.
• Help foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children.
• Teaching Assistant experience is desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Genuine passion for education and child development.

Benefits

• Excellent rates of pay between £14.25 and £16.00 per hour.
• Opportunity to gain experience in a respected Chorley primary school.
• Supportive working environment.
• Consistent work from September to December 2026.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

Apply Now

If you're passionate about education and supporting young learners, apply now for this Teaching Assistant vacancy in Chorley.

Additional Information

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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